About this object
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Maker:
Hogarth, William
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ID:
A6862
Production date:
1733
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Location:
In Store
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This engraving by William Hogarth illustrates many aspects of a typical London street fair in the early 18th century. Although entitled 'Southwark Fair', the print combines elements of both Southwark and Bartholomew fairs. Southwark Fair was held each year in September. The heart of the fair was Borough Street which Hogarth shows here. The clock tower of St George's Church can be seen in the background. The Royal Oak alehouse can be seen to the right. < ...Read more
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Measurements
H 483 mm; W 596 mm; D 24 mm (framed) (overall)
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Materials
paper; ink
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Last Updated
2024-03-26
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